As the client’s Vice President of Human Resources and Labor Relations, you will provide strategic leadership for the human resources function and serve as a key thought partner to the CEO. The role directs labor strategy and supports collective bargaining, executive counsel, and employee relations, with an emphasis on building a modern, effective HR organization that strengthens organizational culture while maintaining long-term institutional vitality and fiscal health. You will collaborate with the executive team and the board to ensure people initiatives align with the organization’s mission and strategic priorities.
Your responsibilities include overseeing core HR operations such as compensation and benefits, talent acquisition, organizational development, workforce planning, professional learning, and internal communications. You will also lead EDIB initiatives and ensure compliance across HR-related functions. In addition, the role is expected to guide executive and employee engagement through consistent, values-aligned people practices and effective HR governance.
Qualifying candidates will be experienced HR and labor relations leaders who can set HR strategy, advise executives, and effectively manage employee relations and labor negotiations. You will be expected to develop and execute HR programs spanning talent, culture, workforce planning, and organizational development, while partnering cross-functionally to support business and people priorities. Strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead through change in a mission-driven environment are essential.